Wednesday, October 17, 2007

Increase Your Volume-Hire A Virtual Assistant

Increase your volume! Isn't that what all agents strive to do-more volume equals more commissions. The only problem is a single agent can only handle a limited number of transactions or listings at a time. A single agent is limited to the amount of work they alone can produce and that hinders volume. The idea behind increasing volume by hiring a virtual assistant is that the VA can reduce the agent's work load, meaning more time to acquire more listings, or more time to spend with buyers. Think of the administrative & management time spent with a listing. From entering the listings & downloading photos to MLS or websites, to developing fliers & ads, or keeping your listings updated on progress, collecting & reporting feedback, scheduling showings, the list goes on & on. What about prospects or leads? You can increase volume by keeping in contact with leads & prospects. A virtual assistant can manage those prospects for you. What about closings- a virtual assistant can schedule inspections, order surveys, work with title companies & keep your clients up to date on progress. The idea is that if you have a virtual assistant, you can outsource the administrative work to them, leaving your time in the field for more transactions.